Now Intel Is Trying To Beat Apple To A TV

Intel is
reportedly working on a set-top box for your TV that will let you
stream video and audio content, record shows online, and watch a
few select cable channels.

We've been hearing rumblings of Intel's set-top box for a few
months, but TechCrunch
and
Slashgear are both reporting that Intel will unveil the
device at the Consumer Electronics Show next week.

But we'll only get to see a prototype at CES because Intel
reportedly plans to roll out the box city by city as it works out
content deals with cable networks. It could be several months
before this thing actually launches.

The WSJ
reported a few months ago that Apple could
release a set-top box that can replace the cable box and DVR from
your cable company. It sounds like Intel's concept is pretty
similar.

The Intel box is just the latest example of how companies are
rushing to push out a Smart TV set or set-top box
before Apple can launch its own new TV product. Apple has
hinted several times that the living room is its next target, and
many expect that to come to fruition in 2013.